Is The Whole Story with Anderson Cooper coming back?

The Whole Story with Anderson Cooper is currently on hiatus; the most recent episode aired on April 4, 2026. The show has been between seasons since then, with no confirmed return date. It last aired its fourth season in early April 2026, following its third season which ended in December 2025. The series has experienced a consistent schedule, with new episodes typically premiering in January each year.

The Whole Story with Anderson Cooper is a documentary series that debuted on CNN on April 16, 2023. It features character-driven stories, interviews, profiles, and investigative deep dives, all hosted by Anderson Cooper. Each episode focuses on a single subject, providing in-depth reporting from CNN's team of anchors and correspondents. The series has been recognized for its immersive storytelling and long-form journalism, spanning multiple seasons and covering a wide range of topics.

The show stars Anderson Cooper as the host and has a rating of 3.2 on TVMaze. It has a runtime of 60 minutes per episode. Over its run, the series has produced at least 27 episodes in its first season, 28 in the second, and continued with additional seasons in 2025 and 2026. The program is part of CNN's commitment to in-depth reporting and documentary storytelling.